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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

atonement

/əˈtɒnɪmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does atonement mean?

noun

The act of making amends or giving compensation for a wrong or injury; a feeling of regret or guilt for a past action.

Example

"The company made a significant atonement for the environmental damage caused by their factory."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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